Smaller grain sizes, smarter separation: At ALUMINIUM in Düsseldorf, STEINERT presents technological advances in LIBS and X-ray sorting
From October 6 to 8, 2026, STEINERT will provide a comprehensive insight into the future of aluminium sorting. Closing the aluminium loop requires both high throughput and melt-ready quality. As demand for high-grade recycled aluminium continues to grow, STEINERT is advancing its sorting systems on...
New Roeslein AI camera brings real-time spoilage tracking to canmaking
Roeslein & Associates has introduced the R.U.D.I. AI Vision Camera, a new tool for aluminium beverage and food canmakers designed to track can counts and identify production losses in real time. The camera expands Roeslein’s R.U.D.I. AI platform, which has previously focused on data management and...
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EGA teams up with MIT researchers to develop new technologies in aluminium smelting
<p>Emirates Global Aluminium has joined hands with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to work on new technologies that will further improve the Gulf aluminium producer's aluminium smelting processes. <br /><br />EGA has been an innovation-driven company since inception. Continuous R&D...
Lindberg/MPH ships aluminium launder system to a leader in the die casting industry
<p>Lindberg/MPH announced the shipment of an 85’ long electric resistance heated aluminium launder system to a leader in aluminium die casting. This launder system will be connecting the customer’s existing gas fired aluminium melting furnace to three (3) new electric resistance...
Orbite Technologies posts an update on production activities at its HPA plant
<p>Orbite Technologies Inc. announced on October 26 that, further to its press release of October 13, 2016, production activities continue as planned at its high purity alumina ("HPA") plant.<br /><br /><strong>Highlights:</strong><br /><br />• Feedstock digestion, which commenced on September...
Scientists see effective use of aluminium in water softener system
<p>There is a possibility of the use of aluminium instead of sodium in water softener system for better results and health factors. Scientists at Lehigh University are working on developing an aluminium-based water softener system that can replace the sodium-based systems that are in use...
RUSAL announces the launch of lighter, more compact and efficient RA-550 pot
<p>Leading global aluminium producer UC RUSAL has launched the first RA-550 pot of new generation running at over 550 kA at the Sayanogorsk aluminium smelter. The US$28 million project is expected to make the aluminium smelting process at RUSAL significantly energy-efficient. <br /><br />An...
Juuk introduces aircraft-grade aluminium band for the Apple Watch
<p>Juuk Design known for transforming serious gadgets into smart wearables has come up with a brand new aircraft-grade aluminium link band for the Apple Watch. Juuk has designed four finishes for the band that will complement the aluminium Watch model in both Series 1 and 2.<br /><br />Juuk Design...
Hitachi Metals to start working on new aluminium-carbon composites for auto components
<p>Japanese automobile and electronics parts manufacturer Hitachi Metals Ltd announced plans to develop a new aluminium-carbon composite that is 60 per cent lighter than steel and can be a cost-effective alternative of the presently available carbon fibres composites for automobile makers. <br...
Atrenne Integrated Solutions designs electronic system for high altitude operations
<p>Atrenne Integrated Solutions, an electrical component and system provider for aerospace, defense, communications, and other technology-driven industries has announced a variation of their Small Form Factor (SFF) 760 Series electronic packaging design.<br /><br />This system will enable...
ALUCAST 2016: Technology, Processes, Products – for the die casting industry
<p>The 7th edition of ALUCAST - India’s biggest and most focussed platform for the Aluminium Die-Casting Industry will be held from 1st – 3rd December 2016 at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre, Bengaluru. The Exhibition is organised by the Aluminium Casters’ Association of...
Satechi launches slim aluminium wireless keypad for Mac
<p>Satechi has recently unveiled their latest accessory for Apple devices that is a slim aluminium wireless keypad designed to work as an extension of the existing keyboard on the work desk to add wireless functionality. A perfectly matching accessory for an Apple device with sophisticated finish...
MacWorld's iPad Mini 5 to arrive in a new aluminium body
<p>MacWorld's iPad Mini is slated to undergo a massive overhaul. As per recent reports, Tech giant Apple is planning to launch the iPad Mini in the same aluminium avatar that made the body of the iPhone 6s. The material, known as Series 7000 aluminium, is much lighter and tougher compared to other...
BIS Group announces automotive electrification forum on 15th-16th Feb 2017, in Berlin
<p>Business Intelligence Services (BIS) Group s.r.o. announced that 48V Power Supply and Electrification Systems Forum will be held on 15th to 16th February 2017, in Berlin, Germany. <br /><br />The Forum will showcase the perspectives of 48V systems implementation on the way of 12V systems...
Fossil's Misfit debuts its Phase hybrid smartwatch in stainless steel and aluminium cases
<p>San Fransisco-based wearables brand Misfit has debuted its very first analog watch with embedded tracking technology. The Fossil Group Company has already launched a number of fitness gadgets and trackers but this is the first time that it has combined the design of an analog watch with tracking...
Aerospace-grade aluminium alloy made Meizu M3E still a hit among smartphone users
<p>Meizu is expanding its product portfolio. After the successful launch of its latest Meizu MX6 and aluminium alloy-built M3 Max, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer is now gearing up to penetrate the budget segment with its brand new Blue Charm series. Yet, Meizu M3E- the smartphone crafted from...
Indian Railways' high-speed aluminium-bodied Talgo project on fast track
<p>In a recent development the Technology Mission for Indian Railways (TMIR) has been reported to be considering a partnership with India’s premiere research institutes Jawaharlal Nehru Aluminium Research Development and Design Centre (JNARDDC) and Visvesvaraya National Institute of...
Steinert to present aluminium alloys sorting system for recyclers at Aluminium 2016
<p>Cologne, Germany-based Steinert has introduced the LSS (laser sorting system), which it says allows aluminium alloys to be separated from one another. Steinert will present the LSS sorting system during a speech at Aluminium 2016 Thursday, 1 December 2016 at noon. The event will be at Stand...
BMW uses aluminium composites for the new 5 Series and loses 137 lbs
<p>BMW announced Thursday that the next generation of BMW 5 Series will shed 137 pounds through the use of a combination of aluminium, magnesium and high-strength steel. This falls pretty much in line with the premium car maker's earlier announcement of not using the "Carbon Core" format of the 7...
Orbite HPA production update: Production ramp up sequence continues to progress well
<p>Orbite Technologies Inc. today announced that, further to its press release of October 3, 2016, production activities continue as planned at its high purity alumina ("HPA") plant.</p> <ul> <li>The first batch of feedstock digestion commenced on September 30 and was followed by subsequent...
